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​Fed survey finds modest growth across most of U.S.

WASHINGTON - The Federal Reserve says the economy and hiring continued to expand modestly across most of the United States from mid-May through June, leaving some firms struggling to find skilled workers.

The report, known as the Beige Book, will be discussed at the Fed's upcoming meeting on July 26-27 as policymakers weigh whether and when to raise short-term U.S. interest rates.

Some regions reported a shortage of skilled workers, especially in information technology, biotechnology and health care. Still, overall wages weren't rising much. Consumer spending was healthy but appeared to be weakening.